Home Inspection FAQ,s

A home inspection is a visual examination of the current state of the physical structure and the systems of a house.
If you are thinking of buying a house, town house or condominium, you need it properly inspected before the final purchase by a professional home inspector.

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The purchase of a home is probably the largest single investment you will ever make.
You should know exactly what to expect in terms of repair and maintenance and their costs.
A fresh coat of paint could be hiding serious structural problems.
Water marks in the basement could indicate a chronic seepage problem or may be simply the result of a single incident.
A home inspector will interpret and identify problems and recommend preventive measures which might avoid future repairs.

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Qualified inspectors are familiar with the many elements of home construction, proper installation and required maintenance.
They understand how the home ‘ s systems and components are intended to function together, as well as how and why they fail.
Most homeowners lack the knowledge and expertise of a professional home inspector.
Most buyers find it very difficult to remain completely objective about the house they really want and this may affect their judgment.

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Right after you have made an offer on your new home.
The real estate contract usually allows for a grace period to inspect the property.
Ask your real estate agent to include this inspection clause in the contract, making your purchase obligation contingent upon the findings of a home inspection.

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It is not necessary for you to be present at the inspection, but it is a good idea.
By following the inspector through the inspection, observing and asking questions, you will learn about the house and get some tips too on general maintenance.

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No! A professional home inspection is an examination of the current condition of your prospective home.
It is not an appraisal, which determines market value, or a municipal inspection, which verifies local code compliance.
A home inspection will not ” pass ” or ” fail ” a house, but will accurately describe its physical condition and indicate needed repairs and/or component replacement.

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If the inspector finds problems in a home it doesn ‘ t mean you should or shouldn ‘ t buy the house, it is so you know in advance what to expect and what type of repairs to anticipate.
A seller may be willing to renegotiate the purchase price because of significant problems discovered in an inspection.
If your budget is very tight, or if you don ‘ t wish to become involved in future repair work, you may decide that this is not the house for you. The choice is yours.

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A home inspection report is not intended to be a to-do or repair list for the home.
Sellers are not obligated to repair conditions noted in the report, nor are they required to produce a flawless house.
Potential repair items already known by both parties are subject to any negotiations.
A home seller can make repairs as a matter of choice, not an obligation, to foster good will or to facilitate the sale.
Sellers maintain the legal right to refuse the repair demands, except where requirements are set forth by state law, local ordinance, or the real estate purchase contract.

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Definitely. Now you can complete your home purchase with peace of mind about the condition of the property and all its equipment and systems.
You can feel assured that you are making a well informed decision. You may also have learned a few new things about the property from the inspector.

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Inspection fees for a typical single family house, town house or condominium, vary geographically, as does the cost of housing.
Within a geographic area the inspection fees will vary depending upon the size of the house, particular features of the house, age, type of structure, number of HVAC systems, etc.
The cost should not be a factor in the decision whether or not to have a home inspection.
You might save many times the cost of the inspection if you are able to have the seller perform repairs based on significant problems revealed by the inspector.

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